Author: Nigel-Francis MADO

Treasurer Ian Ling-Stuckey, after meeting with the head of the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC), has stated that MCC can provide the country with hundreds of millions in grants, but pending a stringent pre-qualification process. Ling Stuckey stated that he had the pleasure of meeting the head of the MCC, Alison Allbright, during his recent visit to Washington, this led to another meeting, with members of her team including Managing Director Daniel Bĺarnes, on the details of accessing the program. “This is all part of the innovative Marape-Rosso Targeted Grants Strategy (TGS), where we are seeking to move from loans to…

The Nakanai District Authority (DA) in the West New Britain province has been working to ensure that the people are ready and aware of what might occur should the activity continue, following months of volcanic activity on the Mt. Ulawun volcano. The DA Chief Executive Officer (CEO), William Augustine when speaking to PNG HAUSBUNG stated that it has spewed light moderate ash and continues to glow, but he has cleared rumors of an eruption, saying that it is due to pressure build up in the volcano. “So those pictures circulating on social media, it’s just a glow due to the…

Panthers superstar Nathan Cleary has produced the finest performance of his career to lead the premiers to a remarkable 26-24 triumph over the Broncos in an epic decider at Accor Stadium. Trailing by 16 points after an Ezra Mam hat-trick had put the Broncos on track for glory, Cleary took the game by the scruff of the neck to ensure the Panthers would emulate the Eels of 1981-82-83 with a three-peat. Cleary put Moses Leota over for a try with 17 minutes to play and then came up with a 40-20 before scoring the final try in the 77th minute…

In collaboration with the University of Papua New Guinea’s Human Resource and Management strand, the Bank South Pacific Financial Group ltd has put forward K10, 000 towards the funding and hosting of the Strands annual Human Resource Day Celebrations. This is the second consecutive year in which BSP has come forward to assist the strand. Last year they also donated the same amount, with the students getting an opportunity to meet then BSP CEO, Robin Flemming and to ask questions. Acting Executive Dean of the UPNG School of Business & Public Policy, Dr Lawrence Sause thanked BSP for their kind…

In commemoration of International day for Universal Access to Information, Transparency International PNG (TIPNG) alongside the UNDP PNG Anti-Corruption Project co-hosted a discussion on progressing the Right to Information Policy and legislation in PNG with the theme, the “Importance of the Online space for Access to Information.” The roundtable enabled representatives from DICT, PNG Open Government Partnership Secretariat, Media Council of PNG, UNDP and TIPNG to discuss the status of accessing public information and also how to overcome challenges that may impact the development of the Right to Information Policy and Law. The following commitments were made during the roundtable…

The need to strengthen an economic relationship with the “World’s largest economy is the aim of the Government. This is according to Treasurer Ian Ling-Stuckey. He stated that the United States economy is the largest in the world, valued at $US26,854 billion in 2023 according to the latest IMF figures. This means that PNG must build good economic relations with the US to maximize the chances of trade opportunities, investment, and jobs for our people. “However, this is still only about one-fifth the size of either the US or China. These are the fundamental facts.” “The US economy is still…

People in the surrounding communities of the Mera Mera Local Level Government in Nakanai have been asked to temporarily relocate their homes following increased seismic activity around Mt. Ulawun. While Mt. Ulawun has slowed down, experts have advised that growing fluctuations in seismic activity surrounding Mt. Ulavun has made it unsafe for people in the area. Members of the West New Britain Provincial Disaster Office have notified villages in the surrounding areas to seek refuge elsewhere. A member of the Provincial Disaster Office, Herman Volele told PNG HAUSBUNG hat since last night they have been observing fluctuations in seismic activity.…

The East Sepik Governor, Allan Bird has voiced great disapproval over the conduct of Internal Security Minister, Peter Tsiamallili Jnr, and has called on the Minister to step down from office. This is regarding what he says are questionable statements made by the Minister. The Governor in a recent statement said that considering Tsiamalili’s conflict of interest in representing the Independent State of Papua New Guinea, whilst at the same time promoting his aspirations for the Autonomous Region of Bougainville’s political future. Governor Bird further stated that it is inappropriate for a minister of state to use their position to…

Capital Rugby Union has announced the appointment of Nova Coach Eddie Galele as the new General Manager for Rugby. In a release this week, CRU President Kori Chan stated that the appointment of Galele was made following a successful interview campaign process. He stated now with Eddie on board, he will continue to facilitate their endeavour of rugby development and of developing CRU to becoming the best rugby organization in the country and to achieve their goal of eventually becoming a semi-professional competition. In addition, the President has advised that he will continue with recruitment for the other advertised positions…

Rough weather in Madang province has seen the demise of a Heli Solutions Ltd Bell 407, with five passengers on board sustaining serious injuries after it crash landed a few minutes from the Gebrau Airstrip from Sengapi on the 22nd of this month. Minister for Aviation Walter Schnaubelt in a statement reported that the helicopter departed Sengapi Airstrip at 03:02 pm and was on approach to land at Gebrau Airstrip at around 03:15 pm when the accident occurred. “I am informed that Heli Solutions Ltd subsequently conducted a rescue operation in coordination with Air Traffic Control but was unable to…